Nikon 1 V3 vs Pentax Q7

On this page, we are comparing the Nikon 1 V3 vs Pentax Q7, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1 V3 (18MP) and Q7 (12MP) and the 1 V3 (1") and Q7 (1/1.7") posses different sensor sizing.

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The 1 V3 was launched 8 months later than the Q7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the 1 V3 matches up versus the Q7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 V3 and Pentax Q7. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 V3 Gallery and Pentax Q7 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 V3 offers exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q7 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Nikon 1 V3 vs Pentax Q7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the 1 V3 and the Q7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 V3 and Q7 is 87 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V3 and Q7.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1 V3 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon 1 V3 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher 1 V3 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.